Destination Weddings


 

Planning your Dream Wedding away from home can be both overwhelming and exciting. Many decisions are made when you plan your special day such as who will we invite, what will we serve, what will we wear and where will we get married?  One detail, however, shouldn't be overlooked whether you are planning a grand affair here in Ontario, traveling across Canada or  flying to an exotic location like the Caribbean or Mexico with only your closest family and friends. Your Wedding Day may be a lavish event or an intimate celebration but when it's all over and you wake up the next morning, your first thought will be - I wonder when we will get to see the photos! One complaint I find many couples have about Destination Weddings are the lack of photographed moments, poor quality prints and the high cost of images and digital negatives to bring back with you and treasure forever.

When you book DayDream Photography for your Destination Wedding you will receive the same level of the highest quality service, attention to detail and my complimentary advice and guidance before and throughout the day. Your Digital Negatives are professionally edited and preserved in full-resolution on a high-quality DVD, yours to keep forever!


The Ceremony

Beach Photos with Family & Friends

The Party!

Slideshow ~ Hard Cover Book Layout

 

   Scott and I, along with about 45 or so guests traveled to Punta Cana in November 2007 to get married at the Majestic Colonial Hotel.  It was amazing and we had such a great time; we wouldn't change a thing! Initially we had planned to use the hotel photographer, both Scott and I are pretty easy-going.

Our expectations of everything going well and really organized with having a destination wedding weren't really high, but the important thing was just that everyone have a great time
and that we get married! There was a change of plans though and we learned that Jodi Laundry from Daydream Photography was going to be there with another wedding party.
After getting in touch with Jodi and viewing her fantastic website we agreed to have her take our pictures as well - this was one of the best decisions we made!  We underestimated how important it was to us, to have fabulous pictures and a professional photographer to capture our wonderful memories.  Jodi was so organized and so professional.  She
completely took control, which was something our large group of 47 people needed!  Looking back our day would have been completely
different without Jodi's expertise, she took wonderful pictures of our family, group, and of course just the two of us.  We're both so thankful
that we hired Jodi, and didn't end up cutting costs (which didn't actually end up being much more) than going with the resort photographer.

Jodi, Scott and I both want to say thank you so much for being part of
our 'wedding week' we had a blast!  The pictures are beautiful and we
couldn't be more happy with them. I would highly recommend Daydream Photography to my friends and family!

Sincerely, Heather & Scott


 

The Ceremony

Beach Photos with Family & Friends

The Party!

 

 

Our wedding was at the Majestic Colonial, located in Punta Cana.  For Kevin and I, it was something we always dreamed about doing and were lucky enough to have had the most romantic and intimate wedding.  When I first started planning my wedding, photography wasn't in my budget.  I figured that someone would take some pictures that we can later duplicate! After some research, I came across an amazingly talented photographer named Jodi.  Once I saw her website and previous work she had done, I was SOLD! After a few emails, it was very clear that I just had to have her!

Months before my wedding, she kept in touch, and touched base with me, which was very nice and unexpected.  The first time we actually met her was in Toronto, the night before we left for Punta Cana! Once I met her, it felt like I knew her for ages! She just is so caring and makes you feel so comfortable.  In Punta Cana, she was like family to us and all of our family and friends immediately loved her.  I can honestly say that she is the reason why my wedding turned out so perfect! She went above and beyond my expectations.  She took control and was so organized!  During the "wedding week", she also took candid pictures of us just hanging out at the beach and pool.  These memories are priceless, and she captured the most amazing moments!

Once I returned from our trip and got our proofs, I was blown away at how beautiful my pictures were! Kevin and I are NOT photogenic by any means, and she did an amazing job making us feel comfortable and guided us though it all.  Their is no one else that could have made our day as special as she did.  Today, I can honestly say that I have a lasting friendship with Jodi, and can't thank her enough for all her hard work!

Jodi, you are the most talented person I have ever met.  Thanks to you, I have amazing memories that I will cherish forever. I know that my wedding week wouldn't have been the same without you.  I highly recommend DayDream Photography to everyone!!!

XoXo,
Dorothy & Kevin


 

Destination Wedding Packages

(price increase as of April 2008 due to reassessment of the amount of work involved in destination weddings)

** Book your Destination Wedding and get a FREE "Trash the Dress" or Similar Session! **

$2000.00 Inclusive Custom Package + Travel Costs

Includes $500.00 Options Credit  

Unlimited Coverage from the Bridal Party Getting Ready through the Reception Celebration.

A minimum of 1000 Full-Resolution edited Wedding Images provided in DVD format.

In Addition, you will receive a dvd copy of any holiday photos taken throughout the trip.  

 ~ Digital Negatives Included ~

 

Details & Costs

Due to many negative reviews, comments, incidents, thefts and most recently the brutal attack on another photographer (in broad daylight on the beach) I will no longer be travelling to the Dominican Republic for Destination Weddings.     I am happy to discuss weddings planned in other Caribbean Countries and locations.

All expenses including travel & taxes, accommodations, airport parking,  basic travel insurance.

All travel arrangements and payments will be made by the client to their travel agent.

When possible, I may chose a 3/4 day trip option. Price will be based on a Single Room rate unless I take a travel companion at my cost,

 then a double room rate will apply. 

Basic Travel Insurance is required, but should you request Cancellation insurance, that will also be at your cost.

A $500.00 Deposit is required to book the event. Balance of the contract must be paid prior to the departure date.

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Options for All Packages

Use your Options Credit towards any of the following:

4x6 Print Albums

$100.00 - Bridal Album, includes choice of 300 4x6 Prints

$100.00 – Parent Album, includes choice of 300 4x6 Prints

$50.00 – Parent Album, includes choice of 100 4x6 Prints

Enlargements

Each Unit is Priced at $5.00 each

1 4x6 = .5 unit = $2.50

5x7 = 1 unit = $5.00            8x10 = 2 units = $10.00

8x12 = 2 units = $10.00     12x18 = 4 units = $20.00

* when an 8x10 is requested the image will be cropped by 2 inches

 * when an 8x12 is requested the full image is printed

Enlargement Collages

8x10 - Max 3 Photos - $20.00 each - $10.00 each for more

11x14 - Max 5 Photos - $25.00 each - $15.00 each for more

12x18 - Max 7 Photos - $30.00 each = $20.00 each for more 

Creative Edited Enlargements

Black & White Photos with Coloured Flowers

Sepia Toned - Antique Images

Editing Charge $20.00 per photo

Sample Order:

One 11x16 & Two 8x10's of image #1000 - B&W photo with Coloured flowers

one photo colour edited                      = $20.00

one 11x16 = 3 units                             = $15.00

two 8x10's = 2 units each = 4 units  = $20.00

Cost                                                          = $55.00

 

When you order more than one in any size of the same colour edited photo,

only one editing charge applies and you only pay the enlargement price.

Leather Photo Books

$125.00  -  9x12 Leather Photo Book with 20 Pages

$175.00  -  9x12 Leather Photo Book with 40 Pages

$100.00  -  7x9 Leather Photo Book with 20 Pages

$150.00  -  7x9 Leather Photo Book with 40 Pages

 

        

*template pages, drop in photo

* lab sample books & photos *

Hard Cover Coffee Table Albums

Slideshow ~ Hard Cover Book Layout

10x10 Hard Cover Book Bound – 40 pages - $500.00

10x10 Hard Cover Book Bound – 60 pages - $750.00

10x10 Hard Cover Book Bound – 80 pages - $1000.00

     

* each page is custom designed & book bound!

* lab sample books & photos *

"Trash the Dress"

Add a "Trash the Dress" session after your wedding date and take some amazing bride & groom shots rolling in the surf, walking through the tropics and any other sensual or adventurous shoot you'd like to do - but just not on your wedding day as your attire will become wet and sandy.

$250.00 - Unlimited shots provided on DVD. Images may be combined with your chose of Credit Options in your package.

Photo Thank You's with Envelopes

$30.00 ~ 50 Cards         $50.00 ~ 75 Cards 

$75.00 ~ 100 Cards      $100.00 ~ 125 Cards

The Thank You's are printed on photographic paper and therefore are not appropriate to write

 on the back. Most Bride's will include a piece of stationary with a person thank you written to each guests.

DVD Slideshows

$100.00 – DVD Slideshow with 100  Wedding Day Images

* Balance amount may be used towards individual Enlargements

 

Terms & Conditions

* Deposits and Payments are non-refundable & may not be transferred to another couple.

* If the Wedding Date or travel dates change for any reason, I can not guarantee my availability for the new date(s) and any payments made on my behalf will be your loss and no cash value towards future photography will be credited.

* DayDream Photography is not responsible for poor weather conditions and does not provide an alternative indoor facility or backdrops.

* When Package coverage extends through the reception, dinner will be included for the photographer and requests to be seated with the guests to optimize coverage.

* Bridal Albums are not Leather and are provided based on availability.

* An "Agreement Contract" will be reviewed and signed upon receipt of deposit.

* The Proof DVD will be available for pick-up or delivery within 4 weeks of my return to Canada .

* Credit Option Orders will be delivered within 2-3 weeks of receiving the order, accept in the case of the custom photo books which can take up to 8 weeks.

* DayDream Photography reserves the right to duplicate your images for advertising purposes, unless requested otherwise in advance.

* Forms for Payment Accepted are Cash & Cheque payable to "Jodi Laundry".


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